A motorcycle crash in East Des Moines resulted in one fatality on Saturday afternoon, according to authorities.
The incident occurred around 2:41 p.m. on Highway 163 near the exit to East 14th Street. A single motorcycle was involved in the accident, resulting in the death of the rider, who has not yet been identified.
Emergency responders, including the DES MOINES FIRE DEPARTMENT and POLICE DEPARTMENT, were dispatched to the scene. Medical personnel confirmed the rider was deceased upon arrival.
Authorities closed the eastbound lane of Highway 163 for several hours to conduct an investigation and clear the scene. No additional vehicles were involved, and no other injuries were reported.
The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.